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US ready for a new chapter, says Barack Obama at Democratic National Convention

On Day 2 of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago, former US President Barack Obama took the stage to support party nominee Kamala Harris. Barack Obama maintained the momentum as he began his speech with a remark saying, “I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling fired up!

Drought-hit Sicily faces major challenge

While the ongoing drought has become a major challenge problem for Sicilian farmers, a new problem is starring them in the face, rainwater which can help them in irrigation is being dumped into the sea...

Rio fisherman fight environmental crime

Brazil's iconic Guanabara bay is crucial for tourism and the Latin American country's fishing industry. However, it has been plagued by spills of oil, chemicals and untreated waste-water. Frustrated with what they see as a lack of official accountability, the bay's fishermen have decided to take matters into their own hands...

US man sues hospital for losing part of his skull and charging $19k

A US man and his wife are suing a hospital for negligence after the staff lost a piece of his skull and later charged him more than $19,000 for a synthetic replacement when they could not find it, according to a report in the NY Post.

A 'two-way highway' opened between Earth and Sun to exchange charged particles. Here's what happened next

In a rare cosmic event, a "two-way highway" was opened up between Earth and the Sun through which they exchanged charged particles. This caused the skies to light up with auroras in the US states of Arizona and Arkansas along with parts of Australia and New Zealand.

Can-Am revives its legacy with Pulse and Origin

Can-Am, a name once synonymous with motorcycle racing success, has officially entered the electric motorcycle arena with the introduction of its first two models: the Can-Am Pulse and the Can-Am Origin.

Morning news brief: Obama takes the stage at DNC; Trump's latest gaffe, and more

Barack Obama maintained the momentum as he began his speech at the Democratic National Convention with a remark saying, “I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling fired up!

'Who’s going to tell him....': Michelle Obama targets Trump at DNC speech over 'Black jobs' remark

Michelle Obama was in her element as she targeted Donald Trump on the second day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) on Tuesday (Aug 20). The former first lady called out Trump for his controversial statement about undocumented migrants taking "Black jobs".

XPeng struggles amid intense EV competition and European tariff threats

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer XPeng has reported weaker-than-expected performance for the second quarter of 2023, signalling significant challenges ahead.

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares scrambles to revive North American operations

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares is set to visit Detroit this week, marking a critical intervention in the company’s troubled North American operations. With the automaker’s profitability in the region plummeting, Tavares’ visit aims to craft a new strategy to restore investor confidence and stabilise the workforce.

Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Adam Gilchrist admits Australia 'under pressure' against India

Legendary Australia player Adam Gilchrist has warned his side ahead of the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy as they face India in a five-match Test series. Gilchrist, who was the member of the last Australian side to win the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Indian soil in 2004 has stated that the onus will be on the hosts.

DNC 2024: Barack Obama says, 'Kamala ready to become President'

Former US President Barack Obama says "America is ready for a new chapter, America is ready for a better story, we are ready for a president Kamala Harris", at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.

6 Inspiring Quotes by Albert Einstein to Motivate You

6 Inspiring Quotes by Albert Einstein to Motivate You